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“If you are still following your likes and dislikes, you have not even begun to practise Dhamma.” quote by Ajahn Chah
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“If you are still following your likes and dislikes, you have not even begun to practise Dhamma.”

Ajahn Chah

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Clinging to personal preferences hinders true practice of the teachings; letting go opens deeper insight.

In simple terms: Let go of likes/dislikes to practice Dhamma.

Key Takeaway

Release preferences, deepen practice.

Themes

spirituality detachment mindfulness

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • daily decision making
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

non-attachment self-inquiry Buddhist practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you notice preference-driven reactions?
  • What small step helps you release attachment?
A Different Perspective

Hard to abandon ingrained habits.

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